How to Clean Your Silver

How do you clean you silver jewelries and accessories? My mother taught me that the most convenient way to clean it is by using toothpaste and old toothbrush. I'm not sure if most of you guys is having the same practice. But just recently, a known jeweler visited us and taught a little something something about silver that I think is worth sharing. All you need is MSG or vetsin. :)

Cleaning Your Silver
The jeweler told us that it's better to use monosodium glutamate (MSG)/vetsin (aka. Ajinomoto) to clean it. Yes, the one you use for seasoning food. Just put a little on your palm, about half a teaspoon and a little bit of water. Then put your silver between your palms, and in circular motion just rub the msg on your silver. After 1-2 mins... viola!!! your silver is as clean and shiny as new!

He also taught us about different types of silver, pure silver and sterling silver (925). Most common silver here in the Philippines is the Sterling Silver (925) which is widely available. This type of silver is considerably more affordable but is prone to tarnishing and somewhat changes its color through time. But can be easily be restored by cleaning either by going to professionals or just by cleaning it at home.